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FA Hands Liverpool Keeper Rafaela Borggräfe Six-Match Ban Over Alleged Racist Remark

The FA's ruling follows a club inquiry into an alleged comment at a season-opening photoshoot.

Overview

  • Five of the six matches have already been served, making Borggräfe eligible to return on January 25 against Tottenham.
  • Reports link the case to an alleged remark about skin colour during a team photo session at the start of the season, with the exact wording not disclosed.
  • The sanction includes mandatory participation in an education program, and Borggräfe did not file an appeal.
  • Liverpool conducted an internal investigation before referring the matter to the FA for formal action.
  • Coach Gareth Taylor said the club responded appropriately and described the prolonged process as frustrating, particularly for the player.